Wring Group Asbestos Works Audit

ASB5 in place

Details on ASB5 are correct

Does the ASB5 clearly describe the scope of works

Are sufficient viewing panels and/or CCTV in place to monitor all areas within enclosure during work activities?

The integrity of the enclosure has ben established and maintained

All viewing panels meet the minimum requirements

Warning signs appropriate for tasks and are in the correct location

Does the airlock meet the minimum size required

Is the airlock free from visible asbestos debris

Is there suitable provision available for preliminary decontamination of RPE

All airlock openings/flaps are suitable and weighted correctly

An inner stage viewing panel is present and of the appropriate/correct size

Any other observations relating to the airlock requirements

Has a separate bag lock been provided

Is the absence of a baglock justifiable due to site restrictions/constraints?

The transit route is suitably maintained, has the correct signage and is on minimum distance

The waste route is free from visible asbestos debris

The waste route is free from other general wastes/hazards

Works vehicles/stores are reasonably tidy, clean, well organised and free from other concerns/issues

The removal method, dust suppression and wetting methods used are suitable for the AMCs being removed

The waste is being correctly and promptly bagged following removal

RPE suitable for all tasks being carried out

All RPE and PPE being properly worn

Operatives all cleanly shaven

Enclosure overalls type 5/6

Transit overalls type 5/6

The enclosure allows for ideal air management

There is sufficient airlock flap deflection to indicate adequate airflow through the airlock

Additional air inlets are suitably positioned and in use where applicable

There are a minimum of 2 H-Type vacuum cleaners

Each NPU is located either outside the working enclosure, or sheeted out of the enclosure

There is a functional non-return flap on each NPU exhaust

Extracted air from each NPU is vented outside

Is the DCU arrangement in a recognised form, i.e. Transit arrangement (please specify)

Is a direct connection being used

The NPU on the DCU is working

Lighting and heating are working and functional in DCU

There is heated water to shower

The DCU is adequately stocked with consumable items, i.e. nail brush, towels, soap

There are sufficient shower heads for the number of personnel

The DCU is maintained in a clean condition

Waste water is filtered and discharged either directly or via containers to drain

External dirty end and internal doors are self closing

DCU doors are marked (including the prohibited entry and mandatory PPE signage) as required

Other observations relating to DCU safety

All waste is separated and segregated from tools and equipment

Emergency arrangements are in place

Operatives and employees are sufficiently aware of arrangements

There is a suitably stocked first aid kit available

There are trained and competent First Aiders on site

Are there any other observations with regards asbestos risks/hazards

Work at height

Protection / working near live services

Manual handling

Noise (add decibel meter reading from IPAD if possible)

Hand arm vibrations (HAVs)

Site vehicle movements

Other contractors activities affecting asbestos removal

Thermal issues

Hazardous substances existing on site

Hazardous substances brought to site

Other significant risks / hazards

Does the site diagram show location of ACMs

Does the site diagram show outline of enclosure

Does the site diagram show location of adjacent areas to enclosure

Does the site diagram show location of Airlock location

Does the site diagram show location of Baglock location

Does the site diagram show location of NPU location(s)

Does the site diagram show location of viewing panels / CCTV

Does the site diagram show location of DCU

Does the site diagram show location of the transit route

Does the site diagram show location of the waste route

Does the site diagram show location of the waste skip / van / vehicle

Is the site supervisor the named supervisor in the Plan of Work

Does the type of RPE being used match the details in the Plan of Work or Standard Procedures

Does the construction of the Airlock, Baglock and enclosures match the details in the Plan of Work or Standard Procedures

Does the removal procedure observed match the details in the Plan of Works

Does the colour of the overalls being used match the details in the Plan of Work

The Plan of Work clearly details when the work is to be carried out, including dates, start/finish times and weekend/nightwork variations

Justification in the Plan of Work for the air lock dimensions to be smaller than the standard minimum.

Justification in the Plan of Works for the bag lock dimensions to be smaller than the standard minimum.

Justification for the absence of a baglock is detailed in the Plan of Works

Does the Plan of Work detail the analytical company providing the 4 stage clearance

Does the Plan of Work detail who the analytical company is contracted to

Does the Plan of Work detail the relevant enclosure entry and exit procedures relevant to the site set up

The number and capacity of NPU's match the Plan of Work

Required air flow is being achieved demonstrated by the Plan of Work, actual NPU air flow records being kept

The Plan of Work details the requirements and witnessing of the smoke test

The Plan of Work details the air monitoring arrangements for the duration of the works

The arrangements for the waste storage are clearly described in the Plan of Works and evident on site

The arrangements for the collection and disposal of stored waste are clearly described in the Plan of Work (to include name of the waste disposal company and disposal location)

The Plan of Work details the method and permissions needed to amend the Plan of Work

The welfare provision on site matches that described in the Plan of Work

Where amendments have been made to the Plan of Work, have they been authorised by the appropriate level of management

Required amendments to the site diagrams have been made appropriately

The details in the Plan of Works are accurately reflected in the ASB5

Any other observations to the Plan of Works

Main components of RPE (mask and blower) are uniquely identifiable

RPE records are on site and up to date

Inspection records are in place and up to date for Enclosures

Inspection records are in place and up to date for Airlock

Inspection records are in place and up to date for Baglock

Inspection records are in place and up to date for NPU's

Inspection records are in place and up to date for NPU pressure gauge readings

Inspection records are in place and up to date for NPU anemometer reading

Inspection records are in place and up to date for vacuums

Inspection records are in place and up to date for DCU

Inspection records are in place and up to date for DCU pressure gauge reading for NPU

Inspection records are in place and up to date for blasting equipment

Inspection records are in place and up to date for scaffolding/towers

Inspection records are in place and up to date for MEWP's

Inspection records are in place and up to date for anything else

Has a smoke test been carried out and recorded

Was the smoke test witnessed by the person /organisation detailed in the Plan of Work

Air monitoring has been undertaken as proposed

Is there evidence of management involvement on site since the commencement of works i.e. site visits as scheduled in the Plan of Works

Are all other observations relating to measuring and monitoring safe

Standard Operating Procedures on site and appear to be relevant

Plan of Work references the Standard Operating Procedures

The version number of the Standard Operating Procedures matches the Plan of Work

HSE licence available on site

Evidence of employers liability insurance is available on site

Evidence of current public liability insurance is available on site

Current certificate available for NPU's on enclosure

Current certificate available for Vacuum cleaners

Current certificate available for NPU in DCU's

Pick two employees on site. (detail names in response) check current medical certificates, evidence of competency, face fit certificates are available on site